MaidMarian

Had surgery on August 27th, spent one night in hospital. I admit that I was unbelieveably miserable for the first 2 days, but I improved very quickly after that. (I have fibromyalgia and degenerative disc disease affecting my back) Lost 10 lbs pre-surgery, 17 lbs in the 2 weeks since. 4 inches from my waist!! Haven't been able to exercise much since the surgery - pain level is just now reaching levels where I could consider it. I do get to start swimming, which is the easiest way for me to get exercise without pain. VST date 8/27/13

FibroDiva, why the long wait for soft foods? VST date 8/27/13

Had surgery on August 27th, spent one night in hospital. I admit that I was unbelieveably miserable for the first 2 days, but I improved very quickly after that. (I have fibromyalgia and degenerative disc disease affecting my back) Lost 10 lbs pre-surgery, 17 lbs in the 2 weeks since. 4 inches from my waist!! I can feel cool items go through my stomach, really weird! I keep Water next to me all day and sip a little at a time - but still only getting about 48 oz, but it is increasing. I am ready for something better than broth!! I am soooo sick of broth... Get to start soft foods today and I have to start worrying about Protein. VST date 8/27/13

Had surgery on August 27th, spent one night in hospital. I admit that I was unbelieveably miserable for the first 2 days, but I improved very quickly after that. (I have fibromyalgia and degenerative disc disease affecting my back) Lost 10 lbs pre-surgery, 17 lbs in the 2 weeks since. 4 inches gibes from my waist!! VST date 8/27/13

I'm just tired of hurting and feeling awful ... Hope things change! 8/27/13 @ 52

My mom suffered with Fibromyalgia for years (before they actually identified the Syndrome) and got a bleeding ulcer from the meds they gave her. As a result, she had much of her stomach removed - basically a VGS - she lost over 100 lbs and most of her symptoms went away. 8/27/13 @ 52

I discovered that the Topamax causes kidney stones and they built up fast and a large quantity in both kidneys. A very unpleasant lesson! 8/27/13 @ 52

Did you have to get special pain meds to help with the increased/ different pain? 8/27/13 @ 52

52 and getting my surgery on August 27!

My FB name is Rene Sandel Patterson, ReneSandel@att.net .

Add me, too, please. I am MaidMarian1 on Instagram.

Did the hose really help with the excess skin problem? Maybe something similar would be good around upper arms and lower belly! Anyone try it?

I've heard that a heating pad helps.

Hate spell check - Vegasme...

Vegans, I'm going to be in the exact same position you are now - your info is music to my ears!

I want to lose the last 15 years so bad! I went from an 8 (I was a 4 or 6 until I had two children, then I was an 8) to 20/22 - I don't even recognize this body. I already realize that excess skin is growing to be an issue...

I'm using Dr. Alanis - Southeast Houston Bariatrics - through Nova. Everyone has been super nice and has worked hard to get everything scheduled and approved. Dr. Alanis is one of the bariatric surgery pioneers in the state and did an excellent job of explaining the surgery. So far, so good.

Mine is the 27th...

How long was your hospital stay? What should I take with me? Will I be feeling totally horrible?

Add me to your FB group, please - ReneSandel@att.net

Anyone in the Pasadena area?

I'm on the 27th of August and a bit nervous myself...

How do I find a link to your group?

How quickly do your clothes sizes change?

I'm willing... just starting my journey.